Contractors are weeks away from completing the first Vita Student accommodation in Newcastle city centre .

The 259-bed, luxury student block is going up on land once occupied by the former Westgate House, a concrete carbuncle which was knocked down seven years ago following a campaign for its demolition.

And a new time lapse video has been released by Select Property Group – which runs the Vita Student brand across the UK – showing the fast progress of construction teams.

Building work is set to end in July, in time to fit out the interior for the first tenants in September, and the finished the scheme will represent the ninth Vita Student residence for the firm, with space for a restaurant or bar underneath.

The firm said the block will represent “the next generation of student accommodation ”, with an emphasis on giving more consideration to the overall living experience rather than just delivering high-quality accommodation.

The Westgate Road site is handy for transport as well as the city centre’s myriad bars, restaurants and shops.

The luxury living spaces all come with flat-screen televisions and come fully furnished, while students have access to communal social spaces, study areas and a gym.

The students will also have their own cleaners, on-site laundry facilities and free contents insurance.

Trevor Moore, CEO of Vita Student, said: “Our Vita Student residence at Westgate is taking great shape and our show suite has been packed with students wanting to learn more about our focus on customer experience and service.

“We can’t wait to open the doors in September and bring something completely different to Newcastle’s student accommodation market.”